HALFSHAFT - Rear: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda Tribute and 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear coil spring. .

Fig 1: Removing And Discard Nut

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Remove and discard the nut.

Fig 2: Removing Nut And Removing Lower Ball Joints
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CAUTION:
- Make sure to support the wheel knuckle.
Remove the nut and separate the lower ball joints.

Fig 3: Separate Halfshaft From Knuckle Using Special Tool
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Using the special tool, separate the halfshaft from the knuckle.

Fig 4: Remove Halfshaft Using Special Tool
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Using the special tool, remove the halfshaft.